SYRACUSE â Based on the guidance from local public health agencies, free education programs offered by the Alzheimerâs Association, Central New York Chapter will remain online until further notice. Programs are delivered through an easy-to-use online meeting system available to users on desktop or portable computers, and mobile devices.
âThe health and safety of our constituents, volunteers and staff remain our driver as we address the COVID-19 outbreak and as we continue to pursue our mission, today and in the longer term,â said Catherine James, Alzheimerâs Association, Central New York Chapter Chief Executive Officer. âAlzheimerâs Association operations will continue, and we will re-evaluate these measures on an ongoing basis and resume in person engagements as soon as we are able, based on public health guidelines.â
May 6, 2021
The Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter will partner with the Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center at the University of Michigan (MADC) to offer two research programs focused on the latest in Alzheimer’s research in May. The Michigan Chapter also will offer a variety of virtual education programs, social engagement programs and more than 100 support groups to Michigan residents in the coming months.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Dr. Roberts and the MADC on our upcoming research events and offer much-needed programs and support to Michigan residents,” said Jean Barnas, Alzheimer’s Association program services director. “Unfortunately, Alzheimer’s is a growing burden here in Michigan and across the nation. It’s so important that Michiganders know we’re here for them.”
SYRACUSE â Based on the guidance from local public health agencies, free education programs offered by the Alzheimerâs Association, Central New York Chapter will remain online until further notice. Programs are delivered through an easy-to-use online meeting system available to users on desktop or portable computers, and mobile devices.
âThe health and safety of our constituents, volunteers and staff remain our driver as we address the COVID-19 outbreak and as we continue to pursue our mission, today and in the longer term,â said Catherine James, Alzheimerâs Association, Central New York Chapter Chief Executive Officer. âAlzheimerâs Association operations will continue, and we will re-evaluate these measures on an ongoing basis and resume in person engagements as soon as we are able, based on public health guidelines.â
SYRACUSE â The Alzheimerâs Association will launch a series of new virtual statewide Alzheimerâs education programs in an effort to reach more New York families affected by Alzheimerâs disease and other dementias.
Each program will feature a special presentation by an expert in their field, as well as a question and answer period where concerns about diagnosis, research, treatment and support may be addressed. Participation is free and registration can take place by phone at 800-272-3900 or alz.org/newyork.
âAcross the state, we are only reaching a fraction of those who are impacted by Alzheimerâs disease and other dementia,â said Christopher Smith, New York State regional leader for the Alzheimerâs Association. âAlong with creating more awareness about the impact of Alzheimerâs and dementia in New York, we hope this series of virtual programs will allow us to bring people together across the state to learn from experts on a variety
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